Program Supplier Quality Engineer

Prattwhitney; Woburn (MA); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Program Supplier Quality Engineer (PSQE) to support the Advanced Technology Strategic Business Unit in a Hybrid role based in New England or Texas. You will manage supplier risks, ensure flow-down of requirements, and collaborate with Engineering to ensure compliance across the supply base.

Domestic travel and AS9100/APQP expertise are key. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering with 5+ years in quality or 3+ years with an advanced degree, and the ability to obtain

Qualifications

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience in quality engineering or a related field, or 3 years with an advanced degree.
• Experience with ISO 9001, AS9100, AS9145, or MDA Assurance Provisions.
• Experience interpreting schematic drawings and validating compliance.
• Experience conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance (active preferred).
• U.S. citizenship required for security clearance eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Identify supplier risks and develop engagement plans to mitigate them.
• Ensure flow down of requirements to sub-tier suppliers via PO, QN, and SOW.
• Interpret program requirements to ensure supplier compliance.
• Collaborate with Engineering to resolve issues in drawings and contracts.
• Oversee on-site activities: source surveillance, inspections, FAI, corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvements using RCCA, APQP, Six Sigma, and Lean.
• Provide performance feedback to suppliers and communicate with internal stakeholders.
• Travel domestically for supplier assessments and reviews (~25%).

Skills

Quality engineering

Root cause analysis

APQP

Lean Six Sigma

Supplier management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

GD&T

SPC

FMEA

PPAP

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-13 Country: United States of America Location: US-MA-WOBURN-WB1 ~ 235 Presidential Way ~ SPENCER BLDG Position Role Type: Hybrid U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Join our team as a Program Supplier Quality Engineer (PSQE) supporting the Advanced Technology (AT) Strategic Business Unit. This is a “Hybrid” role based in New England or Texas. Occasional travel to Raytheon locations in New England (e.g., Woburn, MA; Andover, MA; Tewksbury, MA; Marlborough, MA; McKinney, TX) is anticipated approximately 10% of the time. Domestic travel to supplier locations is currently anticipated approximately 25% of the time. This is a Hybrid role. Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader.

What You Will Do:

• Identify supplier risks and develop actionable engagement plans to mitigate these risks effectively.
• Ensure proper flow down of product and process requirements to sub-tier suppliers through purchase orders, quality notes, and statements of work.
• Interpret program requirements to ensure supply base understands and complies with these quality requirements.
• Collaborate with Engineering to resolve issues related to schematic drawings, nonconformance, and contractual compliance.
• Oversee and/or conduct on-site activities, including source surveillance, source inspections, First Article Verification (FAI), and corrective action reviews.
• Drive continuous product and process improvements within the supply base using tools such as Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA), Product & Process Verifications, and methodologies like Six Sigma and Lean.
• Apply Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) processes to enhance supplier performance and improve manufacturing processes.
• Provide performance feedback to suppliers and communicate quality information to internal stakeholders.
• Travel domestically to support supplier assessments, audits, and reviews. 25% travel is typical for supplier visits.

What You Will Learn:

• Managing complex supplier base in variety of fields (Electrical, Mechanical, Energetic, etc.)
• You will expand your APQP knowledge and experience Engagement with critical external stakeholders i.e. DCMA.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience in quality engineering, manufacturing, or a related engineering discipline, or a minimum of 3 years of experience with an advanced degree.
• Experience with one or more Quality Management standards such as ISO 9001, AS9100, AS9145, or MDA Assurance Provisions.
• Experience interpreting schematic drawings and validating compliance, such as hardware inspection techniques and documentation reviews.
• Experience conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Working experience in ISO 9001/AS9100 quality management systems, AS9145 APQP & PPAP requirements, and FAI Standard AS9102.
• Experience with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and industry technical standards such as ANSI, CMMI, and ASTM.
• Proven experience in building and maintaining relationships with multiple suppliers.
• Experience working with aerospace or commercial equivalent preventative tools such as Statistical Process Control (SPC), Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Quality Function Deployment (QFD), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Lean Manufacturing, and Control Plans.
• Experience with DoD product and process oversight, including requirements, build, integration, testing, and delivery.
• Prior experience in engineering, development, project planning, and remote / hybrid partnership.
• Certification in Six Sigma, Lean, or American Society for Quality (ASQ) (e.g., CQE, CQM/OE, CSQE, CQA, CRE).
• Active and transferable Secret U.S. government issued security clearance.

What We Offer:

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 95,500 USD - 181,700 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• short-term disability
• long-term disability
• 401(k) match
• flexible spending accounts
• flexible work schedules
• employee assistance program
• Employee Scholar Program
• parental leave
• paid time off
• holidays

Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.